Affogato Recipe
Vanilla gelato, hot espresso, chocolate ganache, whipped cream
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Ingredients
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Affogato Ingredients
Method
Affogato Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Espresso
Brew a cup of hot espresso using your preferred method. Ensure it's hot and freshly brewed.
- 2
Scoop the Gelato
In a serving glass or bowl, add 2 cups of vanilla gelato.
- 3
Add the Espresso
Pour the hot espresso over the gelato, allowing it to melt slightly.
- 4
Drizzle with Ganache
Drizzle 0.5 cups of chocolate ganache over the top of the espresso and gelato mixture.
- 5
Top with Whipped Cream
Finish off with a dollop of whipped cream on top of the dessert.
- 6
Serve Immediately
Serve the affogato immediately while it's still hot and cold for the best contrast in temperature.